TAUNTON-based Portt & Co is thrilled to announce that it has been shortlisted for the Business Leader South West Awards 2024, recognised in the Sustainable Business category.

The Business Leader Awards has become the most prestigious and celebrated business event of the year in the South West.

Matt Portt, founder of Portt & Co said: "The awards gave us an opportunity to reflect on our sustainability journey to date and it was humbling to see the extent to which, all the little things add up to a significant impact.

“The next stage of our journey focusses on magnifying that impact, through launching our carbon accounting services, to help small businesses harness the benefits associated with an early transition to net zero."

This high-profile, exclusive event brings together the most influential leaders in business, education and government to recognise and celebrate business success, supported by the area’s most important professionals and advisors.

Each year, the awards receive hundreds of applications.

This year’s shortlist comprises of businesses from a whole range of sectors including manufacturing, services and retail.

Richard Harpin, owner of Business Leader said: “The range and calibre of entries we’ve received this year has been impressive, proving once again that the South West is a vibrant hub of economic activity. Good luck to all the finalists.”